Commissioning Support Engineer- Nuclear (Spring 2027)
Westinghouse Electric Company, LLC Rock Hill, South Carolina, United States · $166K–$229K/yr
Utilities · 5,001-10,000 employees
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About the role
The Commissioning Support Engineer plans, coordinates, and implements commissioning activities for nuclear power plant systems in compliance with design and regulatory standards. They are responsible for developing test protocols, managing system turnover packages, and ensuring readiness for AP1000 project deployments.
What they look for
Requirements
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline and possess at least 10 years of experience in nuclear power plants or highly regulated industries. Proficiency in nuclear codes, quality assurance programs, and the ability to interpret technical drawings are essential requirements.
Benefits
Full description
Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At WECTEC Staffing Services, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Westinghouse Electric Company LLC, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.
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About the role:
The Commissioning Support Engineer is responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing commissioning activities for nuclear power plant systems and equipment. This role ensures that programs and processes are established to support a commissioning test program in compliance with design specifications, regulatory requirements, and nuclear quality standards.
You will also support development of Administrative and Test Procedures and turnover documentation. You will play a critical role in plant in the deployment of future AP1000 projects.
You will work fully remote within the United States. Occasion travel may be necessary.
You will report to the Commission Manager.
You will not have managerial responsibilities.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement processes delivery processes for future AP1000 plant deployment.
- Develop and implement commissioning plans, procedures, and test protocols for nuclear systems and components
- Develop pre-operational and startup testing, including system turnover packages following engineering specifications
- Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) activities
- Coordinate with cross functional teams to ensure readiness for commissioning
- Identify, document, and resolve deficiencies, non-conformances
- Ensure compliance with nuclear safety standards, NQA-1 quality requirements, and regulatory bodies (e.g., NRC, IAEA)
- Review and verify system design documents, drawings, and specifications
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Nuclear, or related Engineering discipline or equivalent experience.
- You must be a US citizen or permanent resident.
- Experience with commissioning, system testing, or plant operations
- Knowledge of nuclear plant systems (e.g., reactor systems, I&C, electrical distribution, HVAC)
- Familiarity with nuclear codes and standards (ASME, IEEE, NRC regulations)
- Understanding of quality assurance programs (NQA-1)
- Read and interpret P&IDs, electrical schematics, instrumentation and control diagrams and technical drawings
- Key skills in the following areas are needed to be successful:
- Strong commitment to safety and procedural compliance
- Analytical thinking and root cause analysis·
- Project coordination and time management
- Support a cross-functional team.
- Documentation accuracy
- Work under strict regulatory and quality frameworks
- 10 years of experience in nuclear power plants or highly regulated industries
- 3 years of experience with startup testing, system turnover, or outage support
- Knowledge of Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) and digital systems
- Professional Engineering (PE) license or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification
- 3 years of experience with radiological work controls and nuclear site requirements
- Familiarity with risk assessments and safety analysis processes
Our Safety Pledge to You:
If you are as committed to your success as we are committed to your safety, then this is the position for you! For us, our guiding principle has always been and will continue to be the safety of our people. It's that simple!
Why WECTEC Staffing Services?
WECTEC Staffing Services delivers customer-focused solutions, offering everything from high-volume, cost-effective staffing to specialized niche roles, while maintaining best-in-class service. Our employees bring expertise across technical and corporate functions, supporting international contracts in over five countries. We invite you to explore opportunities within our distinguished global talent network.
WECTEC Staffing Services offers competitive pay to all of our employees. Additionally, most positions qualify for benefits including the following:
- Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits
- 401(k) Savings Plan
- Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions
We are committed to transparency and equity in all our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $80/hour to $110/hour.
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WECTEC Staffing Services continues to successfully place professional and technical resources into key roles globally. You can learn more by visiting www.wectecstaffing.com
You can submit your completed application, and explore other available options, using the following link: careers.westinghousenuclear.com
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Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities
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